Attractions

National Archives of Canada

395 Wellington Street

Ottawa, ON K1A 0N4

+1 613 996 5115

Tu from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM,Mo from 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM,We from 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM,Th from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM,Fr from 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM

Whether you're searching for your family history or doing a serious research project, you'll find yourself fascinated by Canadian archival heritage. Founded in 1872 to preserve Canadian history, these archives house millions of government records, text, photographs, films, maps and much more. Helpful research services will help in finding the information that you are after, including instructions for tracing your family history. Some archives need to be ordered a few days ahead of time and you have to register with the admissions desk on your first visit.